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15 Northern Lights Tours in Iceland to Build a Day Around

23 tours  ·  from $64 a head

Every trip has one free day too few. These 15 northern lights tours in Iceland justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part.

Iceland: Northern Lights Bus Tour from Reykjavik - What you may actually see
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Iceland: Northern Lights Bus Tour from Reykjavik

1.Northern Lights Bus Tour from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 11,161 reviews · from $73Our pick

Leave Reykjavik’s city lights on a four-hour evening bus tour led in English by guides such as Sunny, Jessica, Daniel, or Petra. Your driver follows the clearest forecast, stops in dark areas for photos, explains the science and stories behind the aurora, and offers a free retry if the sky stays empty.

“We didn’t see the aurora on the first try with guide Jessica although she was really great at explaining and taking care of us. Thankfully we used the free retry on the next day 18th April and the aurora was simply stunning !!”

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Small-Group Premium Northern Lights Tour from Reykjavik - Leaving Reykjavik under a darkening sky
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Small-Group Premium Northern Lights Tour from Reykjavik

2.Small-Group Premium Northern Lights Tour from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,977 reviews · 4 hours · from $107

Leave Reykjavik in a small group of about 20 people and follow the clearest skies in search of the Aurora Borealis. Guides such as Ody, JP, Axel, Michael, and Roman explain the science, share Icelandic stories, and often help with photos. The route changes nightly, with hot chocolate, outdoor viewing stops, and a free retry if the lights do not appear.

“JP was the best guide we could've asked for! Informative, funny, kind, passionate, and determined. He really did an amazing job with taking us to places where the giant busses were not, and this gave the whole experience an even more premium and private feel. It was a super awesome experience!”

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#1 Northern Lights Tour In Iceland from Reykjavik with PRO photos - Four hours in the Icelandic night
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#1 Northern Lights Tour In Iceland from Reykjavik with PRO photos

3.#1 Northern Lights Tour In Iceland from Reykjavik with PRO photos

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,887 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Leave Reykjavik after dark with guides such as Bjarni, BG, Johan, or Aegir, then follow the cloud forecast to a darker viewing site. The small-group trip may change locations during the evening. Expect hotel pickup, hot chocolate, pastries, blankets, and professional aurora photos, but remember that clear skies never guarantee a show.

“To make the most of this amazing experience, don’t forget to bring a top-notch camera or mobile phone to capture the moments. Also, dress warmly, and wear thick clothing to stay cozy.”

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Northern Lights Small-Group Tour with Hot Chocolate & Photos - Leaving Reykjavík with the forecast in hand
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Northern Lights Small-Group Tour with Hot Chocolate & Photos

4.Northern Lights Small-Group Tour with Hot Chocolate & Photos

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,068 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $172

You’ll leave Reykjavík in a minibus carrying no more than 19 people, follow the aurora forecast, and change viewing spots as needed. Guides such as Baldvin, Michaela, Devin, and Simon combine weather watching, Icelandic stories, camera help, hot chocolate, pastries, wool blankets, and photos when conditions allow.

“Punctual. Informative. Awesome. Thats just our guide Baldwin. The full experience of seeing the northern lights cannot be put into words But if you are in iceland and you want to go see them, book with these guys”

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Northern Lights Night Tour from Reykjavik - Why the changing route matters
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Northern Lights Night Tour from Reykjavik

5.Northern Lights Night Tour from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 1,921 reviews · 3 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $63Best value

Leave Reykjavik by coach and search Iceland’s dark countryside for the Aurora Borealis. Your guide explains the science and local myths, helps with camera settings, and chooses the night’s viewing area based on weather. WiFi, hotel pickup, and a free repeat tour if no lights appear add practical value, but sightings and smooth pickup are not guaranteed.

“Didn’t get to see the lights but it was an experience, i probably wouldn’t do it again. We were just unlucky that night, maybe other nights were Better. I wouldn’t knock it. We enjoyed the trip and we had so much fun”

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Northern Lights Bus Tour from Reykjavik with Hot Chocolate - How the guides improve your odds
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Northern Lights Bus Tour from Reykjavik with Hot Chocolate

6.Northern Lights Bus Tour from Reykjavik with Hot Chocolate

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,782 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $76

Leave Reykjavik by bus for darker skies around Thingvellir National Park. Your guide tracks cloud and aurora conditions, shares Icelandic folklore, and may move between several viewing sites. Hot chocolate, WiFi, round-trip pickup, and one free return tour are included if the lights do not appear.

“Absolutely fantastic! We may have been a bit lucky, but we saw an amazing light show in the sky. Our tour guide was top-notch and shared information about the Northern Lights. The hot chocolate was first rate, too. Thank you!”

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From Reykjavik: Northern Lights Tour with Lifetime Guarantee - Leaving Reykjavik after dark
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From Reykjavik: Northern Lights Tour with Lifetime Guarantee

7.Northern Lights Tour with Lifetime Guarantee

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 1,578 reviews · 3 hours · from $73

Leave Reykjavik after dark on a three-hour Northern Lights hunt with a local English-speaking guide, GPS audio in 10 languages, Wi-Fi, USB charging, and a warm coach. Guides such as Thor, Laura, Helga, and Oliver help with camera settings and may move the group when the aurora appears elsewhere. If you see nothing, return free.

“We still feel like we are dreaming. We cannot believe we got to witness the dance of the Aurora on our first night of arrival. Thanking the door guide for great tips for picturing taking and family pics :)”

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Reykjavik: Northern Lights Yacht Tour - The bar and lounge make waiting easier
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Reykjavik: Northern Lights Yacht Tour

8.Northern Lights Yacht Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,253 reviews · 2 hours · from $93

Board at Reykjavík’s Old Harbor for a two-hour Northern Lights cruise along Faxaflói Bay. Your English-speaking guide points out the aurora and helps with night photography. Use three viewing decks, warm blankets, Wi-Fi, sea-sickness tablets, and an onboard bar. Hotel pickup is optional, and free rescheduling may be offered if the lights do not appear.

“The boat was nice, not overcrowded and we could choose a seat inside or outside. The guide pointed out the northern lights and spent time with us on how to change our phone settings to get a decent photo of them. The bar inside had a choice of drinks, but I would highly recommend the hot chocolate with amaretto in for a cold night As we found out what to look for on this tour, we were then able to spot northern lights again the next night right above our hotel by the marina”

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Northern Lights Guided Bus Tour from Reykjavik - How the aurora lesson adds value
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Northern Lights Guided Bus Tour from Reykjavik

9.Northern Lights Guided Bus Tour from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,183 reviews · 3 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $73

Leave Reykjavik by heated tour bus and follow the aurora forecast to a dark viewing area outside the city. An English-speaking guide explains the science behind the lights, while Wi-Fi and central pickup make the outing simple. Sightings are not guaranteed, but you can usually rebook if the aurora does not appear.

“Was well organised and punctual. No bathrooms.! Lots of people. No lights the night we went, but have got a voucher that we can use in the next 2 years. They decide where to go with the best visibility. They don’t chase the lights.”

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Northern Lights Midnight Adventure Small-Group from Reykjavík - The stops are chosen for darkness, not sightseeing
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Northern Lights Midnight Adventure Small-Group from Reykjavík

10.Northern Lights Midnight Adventure Small-Group from Reykjavík

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 965 reviews · 3 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $140Top rated

Travel by heated minibus from Reykjavík with guides such as Tomas, Siggi, Almar, or Patrick, who track the skies and search for clear viewing spots. The 3 to 5-hour outing includes hot chocolate, science and Iceland commentary, professional photos, and a free retry if the lights do not appear.

“Amazing way to experience the Northern Lights! Perfect size very comfortable mini bus so you won't be over crowded. Really insightful knowledge from the guide Siggy, who went above and beyond to make sure everyone had a great experience. He found all the perfect places to see the Northern Lights in a spot that wasn't an over crowded car park! So not only did I get some amazing photos of the lights but also the landscape. The hot chocolate was delicious. Not only did we see the lights but also learned loads about them and got to ask lots of questions about Iceland. 100% would recommend this tour.”

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From Reykjavik: Northern Lights Tour - What the evening actually feels like
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From Reykjavik: Northern Lights Tour

11.Northern Lights Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 761 reviews · from $69

Travel 3 to 4 hours from Reykjavik with an English-speaking guide who follows the weather to find dark skies and Aurora activity. Depart from BSI bus terminal, use the bus Wi-Fi, and stay warm between stops. If the lights do not appear, you can join again free of charge.

“We got very lucky and saw the lights. We were well informed going out about light pollution and exposure to ensure we got the best photos possible.”

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From Reykjavik: Northern Lights Guided Tour with Photos - How the aurora hunt really works
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12.Northern Lights Guided Tour with Photos

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 718 reviews · 5 hours · from $95

Leave Reykjavik with guides such as Christian, Ania, and Ana Maria to search Iceland’s dark skies for the Aurora Borealis. The five-hour trip includes hot chocolate, tea, coffee, blankets, expert camera photos, and possible stops based on clouds and solar activity. The lights are never guaranteed, but a free rescheduled outing may be offered when conditions fail.

“The tour deliveredca fantastic night of beautiful northern lights!”

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From Reykjavik: Northern Lights Chase with Expert Guide - The Waiting Game and the Payoff
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From Reykjavik: Northern Lights Chase with Expert Guide

13.Northern Lights Chase with Expert Guide

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 697 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $73

Leave Reykjavik by bus with an English-speaking guide such as Arman, Rene, Kat, or Oliver, then follow the clearest skies and strongest aurora forecast. You may stop several times, including near lighthouses, national parks, or other dark countryside locations. If clouds win, your ticket can be used again free for up to two years, subject to availability.

“Amazing, the wether was so bad but the driver and the guide bring us for two amazing places and we can see the beautiful lights. I had been traveled by myself and they leave me near my hostel. They are the best. November 2022”

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From Reykjavík: Northern Lights Tour with Hot Cocoa & Photos - One Main Viewing Stop, Not a String of Attractions
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From Reykjavik: Northern Lights Tour with Hot Cocoa & Photos

14.Northern Lights Tour with Hot Cocoa & Photos

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 695 reviews · 4 hours · from $169

You’ll leave Reykjavik in a minibus of no more than 19 people, following weather and aurora forecasts toward darker skies. Guides such as Baldvin, Devin, Simon, and Gummi combine aurora science with photography help. Warm up with wool blankets, hot chocolate, kleina pastries, and receive free photos if the lights appear.

“Everything was amazing! We saw some amazing lights! Balcan was awesome and very informative!”

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From Reykjavik: Golden Circle and Northern Lights Tour - Þingvellir: where Iceland’s story begins
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From Reykjavik: Golden Circle and Northern Lights Tour

15.Golden Circle and Northern Lights Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 673 reviews · 9 hours · from $153

Spend the day at Þingvellir, Geysir, and Gullfoss with a local guide, then return to Reykjavik before heading out again after dark to seek the Northern Lights. The $153 combo includes coach transport, Wi-Fi, USB charging, and camera advice. Expect a long day, changing weather, and no guarantee of auroras.

“We joined on a wonderful day. the guide Rosa is very informative. the time given is sufficient. worth value for money for both golden circle and northern lights.”

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